tow INFINITI QX60 HYBRID 2016 Roadside Assistance Guide

4-3 TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4-3.1 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RAG–24
4-3.2 TOWING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RAG–25
4-3.3 USE OF VEHICLE EQUIPPED HOOKS FOR RECOVERY OPERATIONS . . . . . . . RAG–26
4-4 JACKING UP THE VEHICLE AND CHANGING A TIRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RAG–28
5. STORING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RAG–32 5-1 DANGER SIGN EXAMPLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RAG–32
5-2 REMOVING THE SERVICE PLUG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RAG–34
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3-4 Turning OFF the Ignition Switch
1. Check the READY indicator status. If it is ON, the high-voltage system is active.
2.

Press the ignition switch once to turn OFF the high-
voltage system. Then verify whether the READY indicator is OFF.
3.
If possible, keep the Infiniti Intelligent Key at least 5
meters (16 feet) away from the vehicle to prevent
accidentally turning ON the hybrid system while the
roadside assistance is in progress.
3-5 Water Submersion DANGER
Damage level of submerged vehicle may not be apparent. Handling a submerged
vehicle
without appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will result in serious
injury or death from electrical shock. •
The ignition switch of the submerged vehicle must be turned OFF first, if possible.
Then
the vehicle must be completely out of the water and drained to avoid electrical
shock.
• If the vehicle is in the water, to avoid electrical shock NEVER touch the high-voltage
components,
harnesses or service plug. PPE must always be worn when touching or
working on high-voltage components.
Only first responders wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should shut down the
vehicle. After shut down, standard towing/recovery procedures can be used.
Refer to 4-3 Towing (RAG–24)
. ACC
LOCK
(OFF)
ON
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4-2 Tools Installed in the Vehicle
The
tool kit is housed inside the tool bag along with the jack located inside the cargo area under the
luggage board.
4-3 Towing
4-3.1 Vehicle Specifications Length
196.4
in. (4,989 mm)
Width 77.2 in. (1,960 mm)
Overall Height 68.6 in. (1,742 mm)
Wheel Base 114.2 in. (2,900 mm)
Minimum ground clearance 6.5 in. (165 mm)
Overall vehicle weight 4,598.6 - 4,737.9 lbs. (2,085.9 - 2,149.1 kg)
(Weight varies by equipment and trim level.)
Front approach angle 14°
Rear departure angle 20.6° AAYIA0488ZZ
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4-3.2 Towing Guidelines
Infiniti
strongly recommends that QX60 HYBRID be towed with the driving wheels off the ground or that the
vehicle be placed on a flatbed truck. • AWD Models: Never tow with any of the wheels on the ground, as this may cause
serious
and expensive damage to the powertrain.
• FWD Models: Never tow with the front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the powertrain.
• Transport the vehicle only after turning the ignition switch OFF.
• Safety chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged.
• Do not use the vehicle tie down points to free a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.
• Never tow a vehicle using the vehicle tie down.
• Always pull the recovery device straight out from the vehicle. Never pull on the vehicle at an angle.
• Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake, high-voltage or cooling systems.
• Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery.
Perform vehicle towing by holding up drive wheels (front or all, depending on model) or on flatbed in order
to prevent secondary damage from voltage generated by the motor. In addition, turn the ignition switch OFF
when towing the vehicle. Refer to the following illustration:
AWD Models AAYIA0384ZZ
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FWD Models
4-3.3
Use of Vehicle Equipped Hooks for Recovery Operations
If the vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use a tow strap or other device designed specifically for
vehicle recovery. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the recovery device. To avoid vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when recovering a stuck vehicle:
•

Tow chains or cables must be attached only to main structural members of the vehicle.
• Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to tow or free a stuck vehicle.
• Only use devices specifically designed for vehicle recovery and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Always pull the recovery device straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull at an angle.
• Route recovery devices so they do not touch any part of the vehicle except the attachment point. AAYIA0355ZZ
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Rear Tie Down Hook:
• Do not use the rear tie down hook for towing or vehicle
recovery.
• The rear tie down hook is designed to secure the vehicle during transport only, as illustrated. AAYIA0350ZZ
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3. Remove the tool kit.
a. To release the tool kit, release the straps (A) .
4. Remove the jack (B) , winch socket (C) , extension (D) and wheel nut wrench (E) .
5. The lowering mechanism for the spare tire is located on the passenger side of the cargo area. Remove the cover
to access the spare tire winch.
6. Place the spare tire winch socket onto the lowering mechanism nut.
7. To lower the spare tire, insert the wheel nut wrench (E) to the extension (D) and insert the T-shaped end to the
winch socket (C) and rotate counterclockwise.
8. After removing the spare tire from under the vehicle, be sure to crank the cable up to stow it.
9. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning it counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground. A
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D
CE
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14. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack and securely store the flat tire, tools and jacking
equipment in the vehicle.Always follow these instructions when using the jacking equipment or after changing a tire:
•

Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly secured after
use. Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop.
• When re-installing the spare tire under the vehicle after use, be sure to secure it with the tire stem facing down toward the ground. If the spare tire is improperly secured with the
tire stem facing up towards the bottom of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of
separating from the vehicle in the event of crash which may pose a hazard in traffic or
risk of injury to others.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or death and/or
vehicle damage.
NOTE:
To help prevent squeaks and rattles, check that the tools are reinstalled and properly secured
in the stored place after use.
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